Astronaut Mark Kelly Interview: "Watches Are Necessary In My Profession"
Mark Kelly probably started to get annoyed as I shot questions at him while we were stuck in the backseat of a van. I've learned the hard way that not everyone wants to talk about work all the time. He was a good sport though, and even agreed to speak with me again. How do you stop asking questions to an astronaut? A famous one at that. Interesting trivia: Mark not only has an identical brother, but his twin, Scott, is also an astronaut.The good news in light of my pestering fanboy questions is that Mr. Kelly is a watch guy. Perhaps not in the way many of us are (with our intimate awareness of many brands and models), but he is the type of guy many of the watches we like are said to be designed for. For Mark, watches are tools. Essential tools, but also ones that can look good while doing their job.Mark Kelly has a few points of fame. In the last few years he has been in the news because of his wife, Congresswoman Representative Gabby Giffords. A rather remarkable lady, Giffords bravel

Breaking News: Omega Speedmaster Reference 2915-1 Sells For $137,000 At Christie's In New York
The Omega Speedmaster Reference 2915-1 at Christie's (that we discussed earlier today) has just sold for $137,000 in New York. The underbidder was the Omega Museum. This is a record price for any Speedmaster at auction, and will surely set the tone for all other Speedmaster sales for the next few months. Stay tuned for more on the rest of the sale to follow. 1 OF 1

Trading in my 2tone GMTIIC for AP15450
Hi TRF, Is has been a longtime since I post. I recently bought a Rolex Hulk and I don't want to have two Rolexes. The AP I like is the Royal Oak 15450 and I want to trade in my GMTII for it. The AP is pre-owned and cash from my end also.This would be my first AP and worry about service cost and reliability.What are the pros & cons of owning AP? Thank you for your time

NEED SOME ADVISE. SAFARI or RO Chrono 39mm
I have a decision to make, and have been torn between 4 - AP's ROO a AP RO 39mm Chrono and a VC Overseas. I narrowed down from Volcano (I really like but would be a part timer on the wrist), Bumblebee (too much yellow for me). Safari (I can do a daily wear- Nice but doesnt blow me away- but growing on me)- Black 'Themes' - Really nice but have so many black face watches- I really like the 39mm (26300) Chrono blue face. I like the way the dial is laid out, Smaller than the others, SS bracelet is nice, overall sharp watch and will complement my 4100 YG 36mm smartly,, I considered the Vacheron only cause its a Vacheron and I dont have one in my collection, yet.. It wears well, but I am kinda sure I would get bored with it. There is my dilemma, Its gonna be a heirloom piece as It will represent my 50th year on the planet. So I want something nice to pass on.I am open to your thoughts.. PS- Saw the ad for HYT H2- seems interesting anyone know anything about them?

PP5164 date display
Anyone with insight knowledge of how the date display on PP5164 Travel Time work? The date changes along the Local or Home time zone? Do you have any difficulties with the date if the two time zones is on different date? For example the Local date is 7 June 2015, but the Home time is 6 June because it is behind the local zone. Please share your thoughts. Thank you and very much appreciate.By the way I just got new PP 5164. It a great watch and the legibility is stunning.